XJet have announced the Carmel Pro Compact Multi-Material Printer for metal and ceramic additive manufacturing (AM). Developed to make the companies patented NanoParticle Jetting (NPJ) technology accessible to small-to-medium enterprises, research centres and premium jewellery manufacturers.
The entry-level platform offers professional-grade performance while looking to remove the complexity and cost barriers traditionally associated with XJet’s high-end AM systems.
Utilising powderless technology, it directly jets metal and ceramic inks with a separate soluble support material. XJet says this new model delivers the same detail, density, and surface quality as the Carmel 1400 systems at a 60-70% lower initial investment.
“We’re enabling a new generation…to leverage the unique advantages of NPJ technology,” said XJet CEO Guy Zimmerman. “The Carmel Pro represents a significant milestone in democratising access to industrial, powderless and safe metal and ceramic additive manufacturing.”
The Carmel Pro features multi-material printing capability with four material channels which XJet suggest is a significant technical advancement offering increased operational flexibility and is compatible with the entire XJet material portfolio.
To aid non-expert users, XJet has designed the Carmel Pro as a ‘single click’ workflow. Jobs start with automated pre-checks, guided setup wizards and self-monitoring systems. Full ink recirculation, quicker cleaning and setup should see reduced production and turnaround times.
XJet are looking to expand beyond large scale industrial manufacturing. They currently produce the Carmel 5000X, 1400C and 1400M for industrial level production. The Carmel Pro represents a step towards opening the market to small-to-medium sized enterprises, startups, and research institutes and universities who require flexible, compact AM solutions that fit their budgets and space requirements.
The Carmel Pro is accepting pre orders and will be commercially available in Q2 2026.
